Lemonade
How did the lemonade war start between Evan and Jessie?
Evan was upset that Jessie was skipping a grade and would be in his class. They started competing to see who could make more money selling lemonade.
Who are the main characters in The Lemonade War?
Evan Treski and Jessie Treski
Why is Jessie good at selling lemonade?
She is very smart and good at math, so she figures out ways to sell more lemonade at better prices.
How did Evan feel about Jessie skipping a grade? Why?
He felt embarrassed and angry because he thought it would make him look bad in front of his friends.
Why does Evan get upset at the beginning of the book?
Evan is upset because Jessie is skipping a grade and will be in his class. He worries it will make him look bad in front of his friends.
What are some of the different ways Evan and Jessie tried to sell lemonade?
Evan teamed up with his friends and sold lemonade in a busy area. Jessie used her math skills to make special deals, sell in multiple places, and even mix new drinks.
What are some of the strategies Evan and Jessie use to sell lemonade?
Evan sells lemonade with his friends in busy areas. Jessie makes special deals, adds decorations, and sells at multiple locations.
What sneaky thing does Jessie do to Evan’s lemonade?
She puts bugs in his lemonade to make people stop buying from him.
Why does Evan get mad at Jessie during the competition?
He feels like she is always outsmarting him, and he doesn’t want to lose to his younger sister.
Who steals Jessie’s money?
Scott Spencer takes Jessie’s money from her lockbox.
How was Evan more successful at the lemonade business the first day?
Better location and more social
What are the competition rules?
Whoever makes the most money by Sunday wins
No telling mom
No cheating
Winner takes all
What are Jessie's characteristics?
What are some of Evan's characteristics?
Friendly, caring, emotional, competitive, clever, etc.
Do you think Evan and Jessie were fair to each other during the competition? Why or why not?
No, they were sometimes mean to each other. Evan hid Jessie’s lemonade stand location, and Jessie tricked Evan by putting bugs in his lemonade.
Why does the police officer shut down Evan's lemonade stand?
It was in a public place and they needed a permit to sell in that area.
Why does Evan decide to call off the war but then changes his mind at the last minute?
He feels guilty that Jessie is struggling but his competitive side gets the best of him.
Why doesn't Jessie tell Megan about "The Lemonade War" between her and Evan?
She wants to be independent and she doesn't understand the emotional side to it.
What is Evan implying by saying " That's what it's like to have friends?" to jessie?
He is implying that she has no real friends and isn't as social as he is.
How do Evan and Jessie feel after the money is stolen?
They are both sad and realize their competition caused more problems than it was worth.
Evan finally admits why the letter from school upsets him. whats his reason?
Fear of being judged, replaced and unspoken pressure
What lesson do Evan and Jessie learn by the end of the book?
They learn that working together and family is more important than fighting or making money.
Why does Jessie feeling sick as she gets closer to home?
Anxiety, emotional sickness.
What is Evan's lesson for jessie when he says, "You gotta watch for things they're saying, not with their words"
Evan is trying to explain that people don’t always say exactly what they mean. Instead, their tone of voice, facial expressions, and actions can reveal their true feelings.
Who is the author of this book?
Jacqueline Davies